Successful revascularization of subtotal amputation of a digit in a neonate.

Lees, V C · J Hand Surg Am · 1999

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A successful revascularization was performed in a neonate who sustained a subtotal amputation of the right ring finger with cord scissors while the umbilical cord was being cut. Successful revascularization of the digit was achieved within 5 hours of the injury using standard microsurgical techniques.

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